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Visit the Village in Gatlinburg, A Must See When in Tennessee

Entry way to The Village

Planning to visit Gatlinburg soon? Don’t miss out on The Village.

Located on the Parkway at traffic light #6, The Village Shops offers over 27 unique shops, eateries and galleries. There truly is something for everyone. Spend the afternoon walking through a place reminiscent of an old-world village.  With it’s beautiful European-style architecture you will feel like you’ve been transported to a quaint little town.

Entry way to The Village

The Beginning

The Village begins with the land being purchased by two families in 1965 and construction of the first 18 shops being completed by 1970. The remaining 9 shops were added in 1982 to complete the area as guests see it today.

Curved window frame

One of the most interesting things about the construction of The Village is the sourced materials from old homes, churches and buildings that were being demolished yielding some of the unique structural elements seen today. Thick roofing tiles, heavy carved doors and antique trim moldings, and more, were acquired to add authenticity to the European-themed attraction.

Entry way of the Candle Cottage

Shopping in The Village

Shopping in The Village offers lots of variety including classic places like The Hayloft and The Hayloft Comfort Footwear. The Hayloft specializes in Moccasins for men, women and children. It’s second store offers shoes from Born, Naot, MBT, Keen and more. Candle Cottage is another classic shop with a wide variety of candles in all shapes and sizes. It is Gatlinburg’s largest and most complete candle shop.

Other shops include, Toy Crazy and is praised as Gatlinburg’s coolest toy store. The Sock Shop offers a huge variety of fun, crazy and cool socks. Misty Mountain Soap Co specializes in handmade soaps lotions and bath products.

Donut Friar Entrance

Eating in The Village

You cannot mention eating in The Village without mentioning The Donut Friar. Opening daily at 5 am it’s the best place to find donuts, cinnamon bread (to rival a certain theme park) and pastries. But bring cash! There is an ATM located on the property because this place only takes cash.

Donut Friar Menu

Other places to eat include Maddie Mae’s Café & Creamery and Boudicca’s Celtic Pub. Food specialty shops include the famous Pepper Palace, and Pop Culture offers over 25 flavors of gourmet popcorn. There is also Zi Olive and The Spice & Tea Exchange and for your fur baby there is Bonediggity Barkery & Gifts.

For a complete list of stores and hours for each click here!

Where to stay when visiting Gatlinburg

American Patriot Getaways offers a variety of cabins in the Gatlinburg area. Cabins such as Grill & Chill a Delux property with two bedrooms and sleeps 8. After shopping in The Village you can relax in the spacious theater room, roast marshmallows in the fire-pit, or heat up on the private hot tub deck.

Grill & Chill Cabin

The Original American Dream is another favorite. This Luxury Plus property also sleeps 8 and has an expansive main living room that boasts a 40-foot glass wall, and a double-sided gas fireplace. Two master suites make it the perfect place to unwind and relax. This one-of-a-kind cabin is something to see.

The Original American Dream Cabin

If you are ready to enjoy Gatlinburg, including The Village, click here. Click on cabins at the top and scroll to Gatlinburg. Simply select your amenities and you are there! If you prefer to speak with a live person, our reservation specialists are happy to help just call 800-204-5169.

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Published on Thursday, September 19, 2024